The Vienna Convention is related to ____________.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is protection of ozone layer.

Key Points

The Vienna Convention, formally known as the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer, was adopted in 1985 to address the depletion of the ozone layer.
The convention is a legally binding agreement that aims to promote international cooperation to protect the ozone layer. It encourages countries to:
- Exchange information and conduct research on the ozone layer
- Adopt laws and regulations to protect the ozone layer
- Develop controls for ozone layer development.

Additional Information

Montreal Protocol:
- Adopted in 1987, this protocol aims to phase out the production and consumption of ozone-depleting substances, such as chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).
- It is considered one of the most successful environmental treaties, leading to significant recovery of the ozone layer.
Kyoto Protocol:
- Adopted in 1997, this international agreement commits its parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, based on the premise that global warming exists and human-made CO2 emissions have caused it.
- The protocol emphasizes binding commitments for developed countries to mitigate climate change.
Paris Agreement:
- Adopted in 2015, this landmark accord aims to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels.
- It encourages countries to set their emission reduction targets and report on their progress.
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD):
- Established in 1992, this convention aims to conserve biological diversity, promote sustainable use of its components, and ensure fair sharing of benefits arising from genetic resources.
- It emphasizes the importance of preserving ecosystems and species.
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC):
- Adopted in 1992, this treaty sets the framework for international efforts to combat climate change, with periodic Conferences of the Parties (COP) to assess progress and set binding commitments.